TEXAS - Computer Support Technician
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Job description
This position is located in the Fort Worth, Texas area. Draken is looking for a skilled Computer Support Technician to support our Phantom Sky initiative in the United States. This role is ideal for a hands-on technical professional who can build, maintain, troubleshoot, and transport the Phantom Sky system end-to-end, from server configuration to trailer-mounted deployments. Our revolutionary new platform for supporting live-fly training with ground-based threat emitters is critical to units with a SEAD mission., + Build, configure, and maintain the Phantom Sky serve and networked client workstations.
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Conduct daily system checks to ensure console-to-emitter communications are functioning properly
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Troubleshoot issues across hardware, software, and network layers, including fielded systems
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Install patches, perform updates, and validate system stability after changes
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Collaborate with Draken software development team to refine features based on customer requirements
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Support future system enhancements including FAA radar feed ingestion and Link-16 integration
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Lead efforts to obtain and maintain an Authority to Operation (ATO) in both classified and unclassified environments
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Support physical setup, teardown, and movement of emitter systems - including trailer-based deployments
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Assist the ground support technician with routine site maintenance
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Participate in two one-week deployments per year (CONUS)
Requirements
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Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
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Experience with the Authority to Operate (ATO) approval process
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Expertise in DOW/COMSEC-related network security practices
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Hands-on experience with software or system integration
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Familiarity with Link-16, TDL principles, or tactical datalink environments
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Rattlesnaq SaaS - Bespoke
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WIN 10 / 11 PRO Operating System experience
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Microsoft Windows Server 2025
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Ubuntu 25.04
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Debian
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ESXi - Vsphere Foundation 9
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RHEL 9.0
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Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
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Valid U.S. driver's license
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Ability to work day/night/weekend shifts and travel as required
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience with containerized or virtualized environments (Docker, Kubernetes, VMware, etc.)
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Understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, firewalls, VLANs) with ability to diagnose network-layer issues
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Experience performing patching cybersecurity scans, RMF documentation, or working within DoD cybersecurity frameworks
Desirable Experience
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Prior experience supporting defense contractors, DoD programs, or classified environments
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Ability to script or automate tasks using PowerShell, Python, or Bash
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Relevant certifications such as Security+, Network+, CCNA, or Linux
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- Knowledge of FAA radar systems, ADS-B feeds, or other aviation data sources
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Field experience deploying or maintaining hardware in outdoor or trailer-based configurations
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Familiarity with tactical communications systems, military training ranges, or live-fly environments
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Experience with commercial ground-based emitter systems or EW systems
Physical Demands / Work Environment
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Work environments include standard office settings and outdoor emitter sites in the West Texas region
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Duties require a range of physical activity including sitting, climbing, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, lifting, and extended walking
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Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands
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Regularly required to lift and carry up to 25 lbs, perform repetitive movements, and work from ground level to overhead
Benefits & conditions
At Draken, we have created a cost-effective system that integrates off-the-shelf commercial solutions to address the shortage of ground-based threat emitters. Our proprietary software enables remote control of emitters through a user interface that combines an air and ground picture that can be used for mission execution and debrief.
We offer: First day medical coverage; 401(k) match after 60 days, PTO available to use immediately